Choosing a tender
In order to resolve any mistakes or qualifications in tenders it is often necessary to hold a discussion with one or […]
Project managment
Claims from the contractor
The term claims is loosely used and has several meanings, which can cause confusion unless the context within which the word
Check of materials on site
Most contracts permit the engineer to certify payment on account of materials delivered to site but not yet incorporated in the
Checking prices and comparing tenders
The engineer or consultant advising the employer must bear in mind that his report on tenders should provide the factual results
Bonus payments
An employer can include in a contract the payment of bonuses to the contractor for completion of the works, or
Bond, insurance, etc.
When preparing contract documents a number of matters of contractual importance must be considered. These will usually be dependant on the
Billing of quantities for building work
Quite complicated buildings often form part of a civil engineering project, for example power station buildings, pumping stations, stores, administrative offices or
Authorization of dayworks
Some extra work ordered may be paid for at dayworks rates. This is adopted when no unit rates seem applicable,
Arbitration
Under the ICE conditions, Clause 66, either the employer or contractor can serve a Notice of Dissatisfaction on the engineer stating